Traipsing around IKEA with the kids in tow, may not be everyone’s idea of a fun family day out, but its stores are putting on a number of free summer activities for kids throughout the summer. You might need a free ‘Ikea Family’ card to get involved in some activities, but you can sign up for a temporary paper card in store (or online) if you don’t already have one >

Even if your store doesn’t list activities online (or if they’ve not been updated), it’s worth giving them a ring to ask whether they’ve at least got a creche or play area if you’ve something to buy from Ikea anyway.

If you’re going to Ikea in the week…

You’ll also nab a free cuppa on weekdays with the ‘Ikea Family’ card, so it’s not just the kids who benefit!